Dear Parents,

At Sharda International, we are deeply committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where every child feels valued. Mindfulness, circle time, and social-emotional learning are embedded into daily routines, supported by counsellor Dr Aastha and teacher training. Emotional well-being, physical safety, and respect remain the cornerstones of our culture.

We also believe children thrive best when parents and educators work together. 

Yet despite these efforts, we are seeing a rise in extreme behaviours and aggression - even among very young children. These are shaped not only by what happens in school but also by influences outside: unmonitored screen time, violent games, social settings, and language that normalises disrespect. When such behaviour enter classrooms, they disrupt learning and compromise the safe environment every child deserves.

Let us be clear: bullying of any kind - verbal, physical, emotional, or digital - is unacceptable. While we remain committed to restorative discipline, recent incidents have required firm action, including temporary removal from the class community, reflection periods, and counselling support. Guided by CBSE, we will always respond firmly and consistently.

Safety and respect are non-negotiable.

We know parents and teachers both strive to do their best, yet children grow up in complex environments. To support them better, here are some simple practices we urge every family to reinforce:

• Shield children from aggression. What children witness at home or in social settings becomes their template for behaviour. Resolve disagreements calmly, and discuss with them if they witness aggression elsewhere.

• Supervise digital exposure. Violent games, explicit content, or unmonitored screen time normalise aggression. Please set clear boundaries and talk openly with your child about their online world.

• Encourage kindness and gratitude. Build empathy through rituals of gratitude, service projects, or daily reflections. If your child speaks disrespectfully, guide them firmly towards tolerance and perspective-taking.

• Take teasing seriously. Name-calling, body-shaming, or casual ridicule are recognised forms of bullying. They are not harmless fun but seeds of exclusion and violence.

• Be vigilant and partner with us. Early warning signs - sudden aggression, withdrawal, or disrespect - should never be dismissed as “just a phase.” Share your concerns with us so we can intervene together at the right time.

At Sharda International, anti-bullying is not a campaign - it is part of our culture. But it cannot stand alone; it must be reinforced at home.

Bullying harms everyone - the child targeted, the bystander, and even the child engaging in it. Together, let us send one clear message: Respect is the foundation of belonging. Aggression and bullying have no place here.

We ask you to take time this week to speak with your child, listen closely, and remind them that kindness and responsibility are non-negotiable. Only together can we ensure our school remains a safe place where every child learns, grows, and thrives without fear.

Regards

Principal